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FULL ONE-YEAR 115,000 MILE
...----WARRANTy--- .....
FOR MOTOR HOMES MANUFACTURED BY SUBSIDIARIES OF FLEETWOOD ENTERPRISES,INC.
SOLD IN
THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA
COVERAGE PROVIDED
Your new motor home, including Ihe structure, plumbing, healing and electrical systems, and all appliances and equipment Installed by the manufacturer,
Is warranted under normal use to be free from manufacturing defects In material or workmanship.
The warranty extends to Ihe first relan purchaser and hIs transferee(s) and begins on Ihe date of origInal retail del/very or the date Ihe motor home Is
f;rst placed Into service as a renta', commercial or demonstrator unIt (whichever occurs ffrst). The warranty extends for a period of ona year from such
date or until the unit has received 15,000 total miles of usa as determIned by the mileage shown on the odometer (whichever occurs first). Written notice
of defects must be given to the seJUng dealer or the manufacturer not later than ten (10) days after the expiration of the warranty period.
OWNER'S OBLIGATIONS
The owner is responsible for normal maintenance as described In the Owner's Manual; however, mInor adjustments (such as adjustments to the Interior
or exterior doors, lP regulator pressure, cabInet latches, TV antenna control, etc.) will be performed by the dealer durIng the fIrst 90 days of warranty
coverage, Thereafter, such adjustments are the responslbUfty of the owner as normal maintenance unless required as a dIrect result of repair or replace-
ment of a defectIve part under thIs warranty.
If a problem occurs which the owner believes Is covered by this warranty, the owner shall contact the selJlng dealer, or other authorized dealer, gIving
that dealer sufficient information to resolve the matter. The owner shall deliver the motor home to the dealer or manufacturing plant location for warranty
selVlce.
DEALER'S OBLIGATIONS
By agreement with the manufacturer, the dealer Is obligated to maIntain the motor home prior to retail sale, to perform a detailed predelivery Inspection
and to repair or replace any parts necessary to correct defects In materIal or workmanship,
WHEN THE DEALER DOES NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM
If the dealer Is unable or unwlllJng to resolve a problem which the owner is convinced Is covered by the warranty, he should contact the manufacturing
plant at,the address listed below and provide the manufacturer with a descriptIon In writing of the problem and attempts made to resolve it,
MANUFACTURING PLANT OBLIGATIONS
Upon receipt of notice of a claIm, where the daaler was unable or unwUllng to resolve the problem, the manufacturing plant will repair or replace any
parts necessary to correct defects In material or workmanshIp, or will take other appropriate action as may be requIred.
WHEN THE MANUFACTURING PLANT DOES NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM
If the representatives of the manufacturing plant are unable to resolve the problem and the owner Is convinced that it is covered by this warranty, the
owner should calJ the toll-free number listed below to describe the problem and the attempts made to resolve II.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED BY THE EXPRESS WARRANTY
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
1. THE AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEM (INCLUDING THE CHASSIS AND DRIVE TRAIN), TIRES AND BATIERIES, WHICH ARE COVERED BY THE
SEPARATE WARRANTIES OF THE RESPECTIVE MANUFACTURERS OF THESE COMPONENTS.
2. DEFECTS CAUSED BY OR RELATED TO:
A. ABUSE. MISUSE, NEGLIGENCE, OR ACCIDENT;
B. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED IN THE OWNER'S MANUAL;
C. ALTERATION OR MODIFICATION OF THE MOTOR HOME;
D. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS (SALT. HAIL, CHEMICALS IN THE ATMOSPHERE, ETC.)
3.
NORMAL DETERIORATION DUE TO WEAR OR EXPOSURE, SUCH AS FADING OF FABRICS OR DRAPES. CARPET WEAR, ETC.
4. NORMAL MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE ITEMS, SUCH AS LIGHT BULBS, FUSES, WIPER BLADES. LUBRICANTS, ETC.
5. MOTOR HOMES ON WHICH THE ODOMETER READING HAS BEEN ALTERED.
6. TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM DEALER OR MANUFACTURING PLANTLOCATION, LOSS OF TIME, INCONVENIENCE. COMMERCIAL
LOSS, LOSS
OF USE, TOWING CHARGES. BUS FARES. VEHICLE RENTAL. INCIDENTAL CHARGES SUCH AS TELEPHONE CAllS OR
HOTEL BillS, OR OTHER INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
SOME STATES
DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
THEMANUFACTURER ISNOTRESPONSI8LE FORANY UNDERTAKING,REPRESENTATIONOR WARRANTY MADEBYANYDEAl,EROR OTHI':R PERSONBEYONDTHOSE
EXPRESSLY
SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY.
Brand Name: _______________ _
FOR SERVICE ASSISTANCE:
Fleetwood Parts & Service
P.O.
Box 5700
Riverside, CA 92507
(800) 322·8216
Fleetwood Parts & Service
P.O. Box 1007
Decatur, IN 46733
(800) 322·8216
Model:
___________ _ Serial No.
_____ _
FleetWOOd Parts & Service
P.O. Box 106
Paxinos, PA 17860
(800) 322·8216
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS:
Motor Home Division
Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc,
P.O. Box 7638
Riverside, GA 92513·7638
(800) 322·8216
printed in U,S.A.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
Ourforestproductsuppliers have advisedthaturea-formaldehydeis used in
the production
of particle board, hardwood plywood or paneling which they
supplyusand which we utilize in our finished product.These suppliershave
requested that we communicate this to
our customers.
Foryourinformation, we arereproducing samples ofstatementswhich have
been provided to us by our suppliers.
WARNING: THIS PRODUCT IS MANUFACTUREDWITH UREA-FORM-
ALDEHYDE RESIN. FORMALDEHYDE VAPOR MAY
IN SOME PEOPLE
CAUSE HEADACHES, EYE, NOSE AND THROAT IRRITATION, AND
AGGRAVATION
OF ALLERGIESAND RESPIRATORYPROBLEMS, SUCH
AS ASTHMA. PROPER VENTILATION SHOULD REDUCETHE RISK OF
SUCH PROBLEMS.
Champion International Corporation
WARNING: IRRITANT: THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A UREA-FORMAL-
DEHYDE RESIN AND MAY RELEASE FORMALDEHYDE VAPORS
IN
LOW CONCENTRATIONS. FORMALDEHYDE CAN BE IRRITATING TO
THE EYES AND UPPER RESPIRATORY SYSTEM OF ESPECIALLY
SUSCEPTIBLE PERSONS SUCH AS THOSE WITH ALLERGIES OR
RESPIRATORY AILMENTS. USE WITH ADEQUATE VENTILATION. IF
SYMPTOMS DEVELOP, CONSULTYOUR PHYSICIAN.
Georgla~Pacific CorporatIon
WARNING: THIS PRODUCT IS MANUFACTURED WITH A UREA-
FORMALDEHYDE RESIN ANDWILL RELEASE SMALLQUANTITIES OF
FORMALDEHYDE.FORMALDEHYDE LEVELS INTHE INDOORAIR CAN
CAUSE TEMPORARY EYE AND RESPIRATORY IRRITATION, AND MAY
AGGRAVATE RESPIRATORY CONDITIONS OR ALLERGIES. VENTILA-
TION WILL REDUCE INDOOR FORMALDEHYDE LEVELS.
Weyerhaeuser Company
Ventilation is important in maintaining a comfortable environment and we
direct your attention to the discussion of ventilation contained in your
Owner's Manual.

SAFETY REGULATIONS REGARDING LP GAS
SYSTEMS AND LP GAS APPLIANCES
The manufacturer of this recreational vehicle Is required to furnish the following consumer information as provided by
the National Fire Protection Association and the American National Standards Institute. The information and warnings
found here may also be found In otherchapters of this Owner's Manual. Please see chapterstitled "LP GAS SYSTEM"
and "APPLIANCES" for other safety and operating Information.
WARNING
LP GAS CONTAINERS SHALL NOTBE PLACED OR STORED INSIDE THE VEHICLE. LP GAS CONTAINERS ARE
EQUIPPED WITH SAFETY DEVICES WHICH RELIEVE EXCESSIVE PRESSURE BY DISCHARGING GAS TO THE
ATMOSPHERE.
WARNING
IT IS NOT SAFE TO USE COOKING APPLIANCES FOR COMFORT HEATING. COOKING APPLIANCES NEED
FRESH AIR FOR SAFE OPERATION. BEFORE OPERATION:
1. OPEN OVERHEAD VENT OR TURN ON EXHAUST FAN, AND
2. OPEN WINDOW.
THIS WARNING LABEL HAS BEEN LOCATED IN THE COOKING AREA TO REMIND YOU TO PROVIDE AN
ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF FRESH AIR FOR COMBUSTION. UNLIKE HOMES, THE AMOUNT OF OXYGEN SUPPLY
IS LIMITED DUE TOTHE SIZE OFTHE RECREATIONAL VEHICLE, AND PROPER VENTILATION WHEN USING
THE COOKING APPLIANCE(S) WILL AVOID DANGERS OF ASPHYXIATION. IT IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT
THAT COOKING APPLIANCES NOT BE USED FOR COMFORT HEATING AS THE DANGER OF ASPHYXIATION
IS GREATER WHEN THE APPLIANCE IS USED FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME.
WARNING
. PORTABLE FUEL-BURNING EQUIPMENT, INCLUDING WOOD AND CHARCOAL GRILLS AND STOVES, SHALL
NOT BE USED INSIDE THIS RECREATIONAL VEHICLE. THE USE OF THIS EQUIPMENT INSIDE THE RECREA-
TIONAL VEHICLE MAY CAUSE FIRES OR ASPHYXIATION.
WARNING
DO NOT BRING OR STORE LP GAS CONTAINERS, GASOLINE, OR OTHER FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS INSIDE THE
VEHICLE BECAUSE A FIRE OR EXPLOSION MAY RESULT.
Awarnlnglabel has been located nearthe LP gas container. This label reads: DO NOT FILLCONTAINER(S) TO MORE
THAN 80 PERCENT OF CAPACITY.
OverfUllng the LP gas container can result In uncontrolled gas flow which can cause fire or explosion. A properly filled
container will contain approximately 80 percent of Its volume as liquid LP gas.
The following label has been placed in the vehicle near the range:
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
1. Extinguish any open flames, pilot lights and all smoking materials.
2. Do not touch electrical switches.
3. Shut off the gas supply at the tank valve(s) or gas supply connection.
4. Open doors and other ventilating openings.
5. Leave the area until odor clears.
6. Have the gas system checked and· leakage source corrected before using again.
LP gas regulators must always be installed with the diaphragm vent faCing downward. Regulators that are not in
compartments have been equipped with a protective cover, Make sure that regulatorventfaces downward and the cover
is kept in place to minimize vent blockage which could result in excessive gas pressure causing fire or explosion.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY living With Your Motor Home....................... 19
NOTICES AND WARNINGS Manual Entry Steps............................................. 19
Power Entry Steps............................................... 19
Introduction .....................................................1
Warranties ............................................................. 1
Warranty Service................................................... 2
Reporting Safety Defects ...................................... 2
Owner's Information Package ...............................3
Chassis And Vehicle Identification.........................3
Entry Doors and Screens .................................... 19
Windows.............................................................. 19
Emergency Exit Window ............................... 19
Side SliderWindows .. ................................... 19
Sun Visors ........................................................... 19
Mini·Blinds ..........................................................20
Storage ............................................................... 20
Driver's Controls .............................................4 ExteriorCompartments
.. ...............................20
Interior Storage ............................................. 20
On The Road ....................................................7 Interior and Furnishings ......................................
20
Motor Home Loading.............................................7
Responsibility for ProperLoading...................7
A Few Definitions First....................................7
Dinette Conversion ....................................... 20
Sofa Conversion ...........................................20
Folding Doors/PrivacyCurtain Dividers ........ 21
Towing a Vehicle orTrailer ..................................... 7 Interior Lighting.....................,.......................
21
Carrying Capacity and Load Distribution ........8
How to Weigh Your LoadedMotorHome
Without a 1failer
or OtherTowed Load ............8
Overhead Vents ............................................ 21
Monitor Panel ...................................................... 21
Effects of Long-Term Occupancy ........................ 21
How to Weigh Your Loaded MotorHome
With a Trailer
or OtherTowed Load .................9 Ventilation
and ContrOlling Condensation .....22
Fire Safety........................................................... 22
Loading Tips ...................................................9
Tires .................................................................... 10 Fire Safety Precautions
.. ...............................23
Smoke Detector............................................23
Tire Inflation .................................................. 10 Attaching Accessories to Your Motor Home ........23
Tire Replacement ......................................... 10
If You Get a FlatTire ..................................... 10
Changing a Flat Tire ..................................... 10
Spare Tire Carrier......................................... 11
Seats and Seat Belts........................................... 11
Combination Lap and ShoulderBelts ........... 12
Safety Belt Maintenance ............................... 12
SafetyRestraints for Children ....................... 12
Safety Belts for Children ...............................12
SafetySeats for Children .............................. 13
Driving, Parking and Mirrors................................ 13
Fuel and Fuel Systems ....................................... 14
Fuel Fill......................................................... 14
Fuel Types and Vapor Lock........................... 14
General ChassisTopics ....................................... 14
Plumbing Systems ........................................25
Fresh Water System ............................................25
City Water Connection ..................................25
Filling the Water Tank....................................25
Water Pump....,.............................................25
Water Filter ................................................... 26
Troubleshooting the Fresh Water System .....26
Leaks..............................:............................. 26
Sanitizing the Fresh Water System ...............26
ExteriorShower............................................27
Waste Water System ........................................... 27
Toilet ............................................................. 27
Draining the Holding Tanks .. .........................27
Holding Tank Care ........................................28
Variable Speed Engine Fan .......................... 14
Exhaust System Heat................................... 14
Engine Temperature Gauges............................... 15
Carbon Monoxide
Safety Precautions ........................................... 15
Carbon Monoxide Detector........................... 15
Emergency Towing .............................................. 15
Attaching Accessories toYour Motor Home ........ 16
Electrical Systems ........................................ 31
Chassis Electrical System ................................... 31
Chassis Bulbs and Fuses ............................. 31
12-Volt Coach System ......................................... 31
BatteryDisconnect ....................................... 31
BatteryInspection and Care ......................... 31
Battery Charging........................................... 32
Selecting a Replacement Battery .................32

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Solar Panel .......................................................... 32 TV Antenna ......................................................... 44
120-Volt System ..................................................32 TV and Radio Interference............................44
Power Converter...........................................32 Miscellaneous Appliances ...................................45
GroundFault Interrupter ...............................32
Coach Fuses and Circuit Breakers......................33 Maintenance .......................................,.....,.... 47
Generator............................................................ 33 Exterior................................................................ 47
Generator Fuel Supply..................................33
GeneratorOperation ..................................... 33
GeneratorOperating Safety Precautions ......34
Electrical System Wiring .....................................34
Stains............................................................ 47
Windows, Doors, Vents and Locks................47
Rubber Roof System ........................................... 47
Cleaning .................,..................................... 47
Care.............................................................. 48
LP Gas System .............................................. 37 Sealant Renewal........................................... 48
LP Gas Safety Precautions ................................. 37 Door, Window,
Roof Component
System Components ...........................................38 and Molding Resealing .................................48
Hoses ...........................................................38 Interior................................................................. 48
LP Gas Regulator.........................................38 Fabrics .......................................................... 48
Using LP Gas System at LowTemperatures ....... 38 Laminate
Top Care........................................ 49
Filling LP Gas Tanks............................................ 39 Cutting Block.................................................49
LP Gas Leak Checks ..........................................39 Walls and Ceiling Panels ..............................49
LP Leak Detector ................................................ 40 Bathtub
and Plastic ShowerStall..................49
Lighting LP Gas Appliances ................................ 40 Floors
and Carpeting ....................................49
Appliances ..................................................... 43 Engine Access..............................................49
Maintenance Checklist ........................................ 49
Water Heater....................................................... 43
Refrigerator ......................................................... 43 Motor Home Storage .....................................
51
Furnace ............................................................... 43 Storage Checklists ..............................................
51
Range ................................................................. 43 Short- Term Storage ...................................... 51
Range Exhaust Hood .......................................... 44 Long- Term Storage .......................................52
Air Conditioner .................................................... 44 Winterization ....................................................... 52
Dual Air Conditioners ....................................44 Water System Winterizing ................................... 52
Entertainment Equipment
... :................................ 44 Reactivating the Motor Home After Storage ........ 53
OptionalFront Television and
Optional 120-Volt VCR ..................................44 Maintenance Chart ........................................ 55
120112-Volt Television ...................................44

Welcome to the recreational vehicle life-style and the
growing family of motor home owners. We sincerely
thank you for choosing a Fleetwood motor hamel
Your motor home has been designed to provide you
with years ofcarefree, pleasanttraveling and vacation-
ing. Your motor home conforms with, or exceeds, the
American National Standards Institute A119.2, CSA
Standard Z-240(units builtforCanada), and applicable
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. These stan-
dards establish the plumbing, heating, electrical and
other requirements for quality and safety. Compliance
with ANSI and CSA standards is indicated by the seal
attached just outside the entry door.
Like all finely crafted equipment, your motor home will
requirecareand regularmaintenancein ordertodeliver
maximum value and performance.The dealer will give
you basicoperatingandmaintenanceinstructions;how-
ever, supplementthis by reading all instructional mate-
rial furnished with the motor home in the
Owner's
Information Package and Chassis Operator's
Manual. This information outlines important areas of
maintenanceand providesa maintenanceschedulefor
you to follow for safe, trouble free service from your
motor home. Study these instructions carefully before
you operate the motor home for the first time. A good
workingknowledgeofyourmotorhomeandhowtocare
for it will help you enjoy many miles and years of
recreational living.
NOTE:This manualdescribes many features of
your motorhome.and includes instructions for
itssafeuse. This manual, includingphotographs
and illustrations, is of a general nature only.
Some equipment and features described or
shownin thismanual may beoptional. Because
of the continuousprogram of productimprove-
ment conducted by Fleetwood, it is possible
that recent product changes may
not be in-
cluded. Theinstructionsincludedin thismanual
are intendedas a guide, and in no way extend
the responsibilities
of the manufacturing sub-
sidiary, parentcompany or affiliatesbeyondthe
standard written warranty aspresented in this
manual.
In this manual, statements preceded by the following
words are of special significance:
1
INTRODUCTION
"WARNING" means that there is the possibil-
ity of personal injury to yourself and others.
"CAUTION" means that there is the possibility
of damage to the vehicle.
"NOTE" indicates points of particular interest
for more efficient and convenient operation.
Please pay close attention to these statements while
you read this manual.
NOTE:Thisproductisdesignedforrecreational
use and short term occupancy only. it is not
designed or intended to be used as permanent
housing. Use
of this product for long term or
permanent occupancy may lead to premature
deterioration
of interiorfinishes, fabrics, carpet-
ing, drapes, and appliances and fixtures. Dam-
age or deterioration due to long term occu-
pancy is notconsiderednormal, and willunder
the terms of the warranty constitute misuse,
abuse,
or neglect, thereby reducing your war-
rantyprotection. Before considering this motor
home for long term occupancy, consult the
relevant sections in this manual.
Ifyou have any questions regarding operation, mainte-
nance,
or service, please contact your dealer immedi-
ately so he can assist you. Your dealer's Service or
Sales Department will handle any normal problems
which might occur.
WARRANTIES
Yourmotorhomeiscovered byone ofthe mostcompre-
hensive warranty programs in the
RV industry. Please
refer to the warranty in the front of this manual. It
explains your rights and obligations, as well as the
rights and obligations of the dealer and manufacturer.
Please read this sectjon carefully. You will be better
informed
In case you have a warranty-related problem,
andyourdealerwill be betterableto getyou on the road
again. If you have any questions about the warranty or
what it does
or does not cover, please contact your
dealer.
The malerials in your Owner's Information Package
containwarrantyinformation and operatinginstructions
on the various appliances and components in your
motorhome.Warrantyregistration cards forthese items

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shouldbefilled outandmailedassoon as possible after
you takedelivery
of yourmotorhome. If you do nothave
operating instructions for a particular appliance, con-
tact your dealer.
You will automatically receive an Ownercare Card ap-
proximately3-4weeks afterdelivery
of yournewmotor
home.This plasticcard is imprintedwith yourname, the
motorhome serial number, and manufacturing subsidi-
ary location. If your motor home ever needs warranty
service, present this card to the dealer.
The motorhomehasbeenthoroughly inspected before
shipment. Your dealer is responsible for performing a
complete predelivery inspection of the chassis and all
motorhomecomponents as specifiedin the predelivery
checklists supplied by the motor home and chassis
manufacturers. You
should receive a copy of these
completed checklists from your dealer when your
motor home Is delivered to you.
As a part of the predelivery inspection procedure, the
dealer is responsible for road testing the motor home,
noting and correcting any steering problems before
delivery.FLEETWOODAND ITSSUBSIDIARIES WILL
NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR FRONT END ALIGN-
MENT AFTER THIS PREDELIVERY INSPECTION IS
DONE.
You should returnyour motorhometo theselling dealer
for warranty service. If this is not possible, you may
contact any other authorized Fleetwood motor home
dealer.The service department at any of the locations
listed
at the back of this manual can help you find a
dealer in your area.
If, for some reason, a problem is not handled to your
satisfaction:
1. Discuss any warranty-related problems di-
rectly with the manager and/or owner of the
dealership, givingtheman opportunityto help
the service department resolve the matterfor
you.
2. If a problem arisesthat has notbeen resolved
to your satisfaction by your local dealer, con-
tact the manufacturing subsidiary service fa-
cility. The locations are listed in this manual.
Please contact the one nearest you.
3. We sincerely believe that your dealerand the
factoryrepresentative will be ableto solve any
problem which might arise. If their combined
efforts
I;lre not satisfactory, please send a
hitter describing the circumstancesto:
Fleetwood Enterprises, Inc.
Motor Home Division
P.O. Box 7638 Riverside, CA 92513-7638
Please include the brand name and serial number
of your motor home. The serial number is
located on the identification tag next to the
entry door.
4. If you wish to call for assistance, please use
this toll-free telephone number:
[phone]
There may be times when your motor home will need
repairs
or parts while you are on the road. If yourmotor
home is repaired by a non-authorized repair facility
(non-Fleetwood dealer), be sure to save receipts and
especiallyany partsthat are replaced.These parts will
usually have to be returned to your dealer before you
can be reimbursed for their cost.
WARRANTY SERVICE
Ifyou needservice orwarranty information, please see
the booklets and other documents included in your
Owner's Information Package. When contacting any
of theequipmentmanufacturers,always havethemodel
and serial numbers available. Appliance identification
numbers will be found on tags
or plates attached to the
appliance.
Chassiscomponent (engine, transmission, axles, etc.)
identification numbers will be located in the manuals
included with your motor home.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
Ifyou believethatyourvehicle has a defectwhich could
cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you
should immediatelyinform the National HighwayTraffic
SafetyAdministration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying
Fleetwood Enterprises Consumer Affairs Department.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an
investigation, and ifitfinds that a safety defect exists
in
a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy
campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved
in individual problems between you, your dealer or
Fleetwood's manufacturing subsidiary.
To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety
Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in
Washington, D.C.) or write to:
NHTSA
U.S.
Department of Transportation
Washington, DC 20590

You can also obtain other information about motor
vehicle safety from the Hotline.
OWNER'S INFORMATION PACKAGE
Thispackage contains valuable documents aboutyour
motor home and its equipment and systems. This
Owner's Manual is in the package. Since this manual
does not cover every possible detail of equipment and
options installed on
or in your motor home, there are
booklets and instructional material in the package that
will helpyou safely operate, maintain andtroubleshoot
those items. Be sure you read all this information and
understand the safety and operating instructions in-
Cluded in the package. Additionally, you must follow all
maintenance instructions to insure full warranty cover-
age. Ifyou everdecidetosell
or tradeyourmotorhome,
be sure the new owner gets all the material in this
package.
FEDERAL CERTIFICATION TAG
MANUFACTURED BY:
DATE OF MFR:
INCOMPLETE VEHICLE MFD. BY:
DATE OF INC. VEH. MFR:
GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATE:
GAWR FRONT
WITH:
RIMS
TIRES AT:
PSI COLD SINGLE
GAWR INTERMEDIATE
WITH:
RIMS
TIRES AT:
PSI COLD SINGLE
GAWR REAR
WITH:
RIMS
TIRES AT: PSI COLD SINGLE
This vehicle conforms to all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle
Salety Standards in effect in:
VEH.IDENT. NO.:
TYPE VEHICLE: MULTI-PURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE
The tires on this unIt may be different from those
shown above. Check tire sidewalls for maximum
inflation pressures.
Replacement tires must be rated not lass than the
axle capacity (GAWR).
Located on the left interior sidewall of the motor home
driver compartment
3
CHASSIS AND VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
Several numbers are used to identify the vehicle and
components used on the vehicle.The V.LN. or Vehicle
Identification Number is the legal identification of the
completed vehicle and is the number of the vehicle
registration.TheV.LN. is found on the DOTcertification
tag attachedtothe leftsidewall
olthe motorhomedriver
compartment and left side top of dash. Refer to this
informationwhenordering partsfromthechassismanu-
facturerorchassisdealerservicecenter.The Fleetwood
Identification Number (F.LN.) is located on the tag just
outside the main entry door or on the outside left front
sideofthemotorhome. Usethis numberwhen ordering
partsthrough yourFleetwood dealerorService Center.
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FlEETWOOD.
MOTOR HOMES
OF INC.
PLAN APPROVAL NO.
F.I.N.
MFD. 10. NO. MODEL
DATE OF MFR. MO: YR:
Locatedto the left of the main entry
door
or on exteriorleft front side of the
motorhome.
F.LN. (Fleetwood IdentificationNo.)
V.LN. (Vehicle Identification No.)

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1. Radio Mode Switch
Switches power to the radio between the chassis battery and the
coach battery.
2. RadiofTape Player
3. Cigarette Lighter
4. Generator Hour Meter (optional)
5. Generator Switch (optional)
6. Heaterl Air Conditioner Controls
Temperature Control lever -Used to adjust the temperature
of the delivered air. Move lever to the left for cooler, and to the
right for warmer.
Fan Speed Switch· Turns fan on and off and adjusts speed.
Air Intake Button (RECIRC) . Selects source of intake air.
When the button is pressed in (RECIRC), interior air is
recirculated through the system. When button is out, air from
outside the vehicle is drawn through the system. Normally, set
the button out to circulate fresh air from outside. The RECIRC
mode may be used when you desire faster cooling or heating,
or if outside air is unusually dusty or odorous.
Air Flow Control Buttons -Selects outlet for the delivered air.
VENT -Air is delivered from the adjustable dash mounted
outlets. Vent air will be either heated or cooled depending on
position of the temperature lever.
B/l . BHevel. Air is delivered from both the dash and floor
outlets.
FLOOR· Air is delivered from floor outlets, with some directed
to the windshield to prevent fogging.
OEF -Air is delivered to the windshield from the top dash
outlets. Set fan switch to HI and temperature lever to far right
for maximum defrosting.
Air Conditioning On-Off Button -Turns Ale compressor on
and off. When air conditioning is desired, press this button in
and set fan switch to any position except OFF.
AlC Indicator light will light when the AlC button is on. In the
defrost (OEF) mode, the compressor will automatically be
engaged regardless of the button position.
7 Instrument Cluster
Consult chassis operator's manual for details on instruments.
8. Headlights
9. Auxiliary Start Switch
The Auxiliary Start System permits using the coach battery (see
"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM" chapter) to start the motor home engine
if the chaSSis battery is discharged.
Simultaneously push button and turn ignition key. Release when
engine starts.
If both the chassis and coach batteries are dead, the engine will
not crank. Sufficient cranking charge may be restored to the
coach batteries by plugging in to an external 11 OV AC electrical
source or by running the generator.
The Auxiliary Start System has no effect on the vehiCle except to
aid in starting the motor home engine. If the vehicle alternator is
operating properly, the batteries will be recharged while driving
(see "ELECTRICAL SYSTEM" chapter).
NOTE: If extendednormal driving does not recharge the batter-
ies, see an authorizedFleetwood motorhome service center.
10. RemotelHeat RearView Mirrors Control Switch (optional)
Heater Switch -Turns heat on and off at both mirrors.
MirrorSwitch -Off or selects rightlleft mirror and provides move-
ment control to selected mirror.
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MOTOR HOME LOADING
Responsibility for Proper Loading
As the operator of this motor home, you bear the sale
responsibility for proper, safe loading.This section will
guide you through the steps necessaryto properlyand
safely load your vehicle.
Your motor home chassis is designed to carry a specific
maximum weight. This weight includes everything: the
weight ofthe empty motorhome itself, all occupants and
their belongings, fuel, fresh water, waste water and any-
thing else that may be in or attached to the motor home.
A Few
Definitions First
Before discussing loading and weighing, we need to
explain some common weight terms. We'll use abbre-
viations in our discussion. These terms are:
GVWR
(Gross Vehicle Weight Rating): This Is
the maximum allowable load that this motor
home was designed to carry. Modificationsto
your motor home, such as installing bigger
tires or changing spring load capacities, will
notin any wayincreasethis weight rating.The
GVWR is shown
on the Federal certification
tag posted on the left interior sidewall of the
driver's compartment.
GAWR
(Gross Axle Weight Rating): This is the
maximum allowable weight a specific axle is
designed to carry. Each axle has its own
GAWR. When you add the GAWRs, they will
not necessarily add up to the GVWR. The
GAWR isalso shown
on the Federal certifica-
tion tag posted
on the left interior sidewall of
the driver's compartment.
GCWR
(Gross Combined Weight Rating): This
isthemaximum allowablecombined weightof
the fully equipped and loaded motor home
(Including passengers, all cargo, fluids, etc.)
plus the weight ofanyfully loaded towed load
(such as a trailer, boat, or automobile). The
Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) is
listed on the wardrobe door tag. Exceeding
the GCWR will cause damage to your motor
home drivetrain or chassis, unstable driving
and handling characteristics, and will reduce
your warranty protection.
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ONTHE ROAD
GTW (Gross Towed Weight): This is the maxi-
mum allowable loaded weight that this motor
home has been designed to tow.This cannot
be increasedbychangingthetrailerhitch.The
GTW
Is listed on the wardrobe doortag.
MTW (Maximum Tongue Weight): means the
maximum vertical load that the towed load
applies to the hitch of the motor home. The
MTW is listed
on the wardrobe doortag.
UVW (Unloaded Vehicle Weight): This is the
calculated weight of the motor home, as built
at the factory with full fuel, engine oil (and
other engine/drivetrain fluids) and LP gas.
The UVWdoes notincludecargo, fresh water,
passengers, or accessories installed by the
dealer. The UVW is listed on the wardrobe
doortag.
TOWING A VEHICLE ORTRAILER
("Towed Load")
Note:Somestatesandprovincesrequirebrakes
and safety chains on towed vehicles. Consult
theproperauthoritiesin thestates
or provinces
through which you will
be traveling.
You mustconsider other importantweight factors ifyou
expect to pull a trailer, tow dolly, or another vehicle
behindyourmotorhome.Thesefactorshavelimitations
just like the weight factors above. These factors are:
GCWR-Gross Combined Weight Rating
GTW-Gross Towed Weight
MTW-Maxlmum Tongue Weight
GAWR·Rear-Gross AxleWeightRating-Rear
axle oraxles (if equipped with tag axles)
The ratings for these factors are all listed on the ward-
robe door tag.---
If you expect to pull a vehicle with your motor home,
there are additional guidelines that you must follow:
•
Do not use a load equalizing hitch. It could
cause structural damage
to the motor home
frame components.

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•
•
Limitthe tongue weight of the trailer or towing
device to the
MTW aslistedon the ratings tag.
Heavier tongue weights can damage your
motorhome frame
and body, cause unstable
driving
and handling characteristics, and will
restrict
your coverage under the Ownercare
-warranty.
Do
not tow a vehicle weighing more than the
GTW listedon the wardrobe doortag. Heavier
towedloadscancausebrakingproblems, dam-
age the
motor home structure or drive train,
cause unstable driving or handling character-
istics,
and restrict your coverage under the
Ownercarewarranty. Changingthe trailerhitch
will notincrease the towcapacity
of the motor
home.
The way your motor home handles will be affected by
the way the towed unit is loaded. Ifthe tongue weight is
too light
In relation to the GTW, handling problems can
result Careful load planning and safe experimentation
with different loading patterns can help improve motor
home handling stability and make your driving and
towing experience more enjoyable.
WARNING
DO NOTEXCEEDTHE RATED LOAD OFTHE
MOTOR HOME, OR THE RATED LOAD OF
ANY AXLE. EXCEEDINGTHE GVWR, GAWR
OR GCWR OF YOUR MOTOR HOME WILL
REDUCE YOUR WARRANTY PROTECTION,
CAN CAUSE UNDESIRABLE HANDLING
CHARACTERISTICS AND MAY CREATE A
SAFETY HAZARD.
Carrying Capacity and Load Distribution
Theallowablecarrying capacityofthe motorhome isthe
difference between the GVWR and the weight of the
empty motor home. When the motor home is being
designed, the number and size of storage compart-
ments, the liquid tank capacities and number of belted
seating positions are maximized-for value and conve-
nience.lfyou fill all liquidtanksto capacity, fill all storage
MOTOR HOME READINGS (from tags)
compartmentsandcupboardsto maximumvolume and
fill all available seating positions with passengers, the
motorhome will be overloaded.The numberofpassen-
gers and placement of cargo will affect the amount of
water and cargo that you can carry (See
"Loading
Tips"). -
In addition to knowing the overall weight that can be
safely loaded in
or attached to the motor home, you
must know how to distribute the weight so that correct
amounts of weight are placed on the axles. When the
load isproperlydistributed, yourmotorhomewill handle
better, and you as the driverwill be more confident and
comfortable.
Ifyour motor home is improperlyloaded, driving will be
more uncomfortableand much ofyourdriving attention
will be given to correCting vehicle wandering, drift, pull
and sudden directionalchangescaused by wind blasts.
If the front axle load is below 80-85% of the front axle
capacity, these handling discomforts will be more no-
ticeable. Always aim to load your motor home so
that
the front axle is loaded to at least 80-85% of the front
GAWR.
NOTE:Carryingcapacities of yourmotorhome
are specified on a label affixed to the inside
of
a wardrobe door. The label includes allfactory
installed options.
If other equipment such as
leveling jacks, awnings, roof
pods, etc., are
installed after the motorhome leaves the fac-
tory, ihe weight of these items must be sub-
tracted from the total
of the passenger -and
cargo carrying capacities.
How to WeighYour Loaded Motor Home
Without aTrailer or Other Towed Load
Refer to your local telephone directory to find a public
weigh station. The following procedures will help you
determine whetheryour loaded motor home (complete
with cargo, fluids, passengers, and driver) is within
GAWR, GVWR, and GCWR limits. When you arrive at
aweigh station,the attendantwill guideyou through the
correct positioning of the motor home on the scales.
SCALE READINGS
GVWR MOTOR HOME Reading 2
___ _
Front GAWR
____ _
Rear GAWR
____ _
Hitch Rating
____ _
GCWR
______ _
FRONT AXLE
REAR AXLE
TOWED VEHICLE
COMBINED VEHICLES
Reading 1 ___ _
Reading 3
___ _
Reading 4
___ _
Add 2 and 4
____ _

1. Center the front wheels on the scale platform
andtakea reading.ThisisthefrontGrossAxle
Weight (Reading 1).
2. Centertheentire motorhome(allaxles) on the
scale and take a reading. This is the Gross
Vehicle Weight (Reading 2).
3. Centerthe rear axle (orbothTear axles if your
motorhome is equippedwith tag axles) on the
platform and take a reading. This reading is
the rear Gross Axle Weight (Reading 3).
Comparethereadingstaken on thescalestotheweight
ratings on the Federal certification tag and wardrobe
doortag.Fill in thechartatthebackofthismanual to aid
in comparing weights.
If any readings are higherthan the rating, you will have
to adjust or remove the load.
How to Weigh Your Loaded Motor Home
With aTrailer or Other Towed Load
1. Center the front wheels on the scale platform
andtake a reading.This isthe front GrOss Axle
Weight (Reading 1).
2. Centerthe entire motOr home so that onlythe
motor home is being weighed. Leave the
trailer hitched to the motor home,
but resting
off of the scale (Reading 2):
3. Center both the motor home and the trailer
combination on the scale and take a reading.
This
is theGrossCombinedWeight(Reading3).
4. Subtract Reading 1 from Reading 2. This is
the rear Gross Axle
WlOlight.
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Comparethe readingstaken on thescalesto the weight
ratings on the Federal certification tag and wardrobe
doortag. Fill in thechartatthe backofthis manual
to aid
in comparing weights.
Ifany readings are higherthan the rating, you will have
to adjust
or remove the load.
If you exceed weight ratings, you will:
•
•
•
•
Cause damageto the motorhome, drivetrain,
or chassis
Cause unstable driving and handling charac-
teristics
Cause unsafe braking
Reduce your warranty protection.
Since you may load your motor home differently for
differenttrips, loading and weight patterns will change.
Periodically reweigh your motor home and log the
weights in the back of this manual. Referto your log as
you prepare to load for future trips.
Loading Tips
•
•
•
•
Do not load heavy items in upper qabinets.
Secure and brace items so they wont move
during travel, thereby shifting the load.
Donotload heavyitems neareitherend ofthe
motor home
or on the bumpers.
Adjust cargo storage to keep the side to side
wheel loads as equal as possible.

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•
•
•
Fresh water and waste water weigh over 8
pounds pergallon. Carry only as much water
as needed for travel use or to balance the
load, and whenever possible, emptythe hold·
ing tanks before traveling.
WARNING
MODIFICATION OFYOUR VEHICLE BY AD·
DITION OF RACKS NOT ORIGINALLY
EQUIPPED BY THE MANUFACTURER TO
CARRY ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT, VE-
HICLES OR CARGO WILL REDUCE YOUR
WARRANTY COVERAGE AND MAY CAUSE
PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE.
Makealoading diagram ofyourproperlyloaded
motor home. This diagram and your loading
log will help you locate where specific items
are stored, and will help speed the loading
process.
Store emergencyitems in a readilyaccessible
location. Includeafire extinguisher, tools, first
aid kit, rain gear, flashlight, highway warning
devices, and an electric cord with light.
WARNING
DO NOT STORE OR CARRY LP GAS CON-
TAINERS, GASOLINE, OR OTHER FLAM,
MABLE LIQUIDS INSIDE YOUR MOTOR
HOME.THE CONTAINERS MAY LEAK.
TIRES
Your motor home is equipped with truck tires. Under
normal circumstances and with proper maintenance,
you should receive thousands of miles of trouble·free
service.
Tire
Inflation
For safety and maximum tire life, proper inflation pres·
sure must be maintained. Properly inflated tires also
contribute to overall motor home stability and safety.
Refer to the tire section in your Chassis Operator's
Manual for information on maintenance and tire care.
The proper inflation pressures are stated on the Fed·
eral Certification
Tag located on the sidewall near the
driver'sseat WARNING
FOR SAFETY AND MAXIMUM TIRE LIFE,
CHECKTIREPRESSURESOFTEN (INCLUD-
INGTHESPARE).
PAY SPECIALATTENTION
TO INSIDE REAR DUALS. ALWAYS CHECK
PRESSURE WHEN TIRES ARE COLD, AND
DO NOT BLEED AIR OUT OF WARMTIRES.
FOLLOW THE TIRE PRESSURE INSTRUC-
TIONS IN THE CHASSIS OPERATOR'S
MANUAL.
NOTE: Checkthe wheellug nut tightness peri·
odical/y. They could work loose during driving.
Check the Chassis Operator's Manual for cor·
rect lug nut torque and torquing procedure.
Tire Replacement
Replacement tiresmust be the same size, and have at
leastthe same weight carrying capacity as the original
equipment. All tires ofthe same size and rating may not
have the same weight carrying capacity. Consult your
tire dealer. The original equipment tires supplied
on
your motor home have weight carrying capacities to
support Gross Axle Weight Ratings (GAWR) as stated
on the Federal Certification Tag located on the sidewall
near the driver's seat.
If You Get a FlatTire
In case of sudden tire failure:
•
•
•
•
•
•
Avoid heavy brake application
Gradually decrease speed
Holdthe steeringwheelfirmlyand move slowly
to a safe, off·road place
Park on a firm level spot
Turn off the ignition
Turn
on the hazard flasher system
Changing a FlatTire
Even with good tire maintenance and normal driving,
you may experience a flat tire. Summon professional
help through your auto club, travel service, or a local
truck service facility. Your motor home is not equipped
with a jack or other lifting device.
Do not attempt to lift
the motor home with a jack. Consult the Chassis
Operator's Manual for additional information on tire
inflation and proper torque.
WARNING
TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE IF A BLOWOUT
OR

OTHER TIRE DAMAGE OCCURS, OBTAIN
EXPERTTIRE SERVICE HELP. DO NOT AT·
TEMPTTO CHANGETHETIREYOURSELF.
WARNING
TRUCK WHEELS AND TIRES ARE EX·
TREMELY HEAVY AND MAY WEIGH 100
POUNDS OR MORE. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO
REMOVE THE SPARE TIRE UNLESS YOU
ARECAPABLEOFHANDLINGTHEWEIGHT.
SpareTire Carrier
Gas Only -The spare tire carrier is located on the rear
wall.
NOTE: Follow all precautions outlined in the
TIRES section of this manual
Diesel Only -The spare tire and carrier is located
underneath the frontof the motorhome.
To remove the
spare tire:
• Removetheretainingchain from thesparetire
by disconnecting the chain connector from
retaining chain bracket. Pass chain through
hand hole
in the tire rim to complete retaining
chain removal. Removethesquarechain con-
nector from the tire carrier.
• Remove the front license plate and insert the
sParetire crankhandle through the hole in the
front bumper. Insert the. end of the crank
handle into the hole in the crank mechanism.
Turn crank handle counterclockwise to lower
tire.
o
• Reverse above to reinstall tire. Be sure the
square chain connector and the retaining
bracket are installed and the spring on the
carrier Is compressed when Installation is
complete.
SEATS AND SEAT BELTS
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Seat belts help to restrain you and your passengers in
caseofa collision. In moststates, the lawrequires their
use.
Seat belts provide the best restraint when:
The seat back is upright
The occupant is sitting upright (not sloUChing)
The lap belt is snug and low on the hips
The shoulder belt is snug against the chest
The knees are straight forward
For your safety, your vehicle has combination lap and
shoulder beltsfor the driver and front seat passenger
and lap belts without retractors
in all other designated
seating positions. WARNING
MAKESURETHATYOU ANDYOURPASSEN-
GERS, INCLUDiNG·PREGNANT.WOMEN,
WEAR SAFETY. BE:LTS. BESURETHAT LAP
BELTS FIT SNUGLY AND AS LOW AS POS·
SIBLEAROUNDTHEHIPS.IFSAFETYBELTS
ARE NOT USED PROPERLY, THE RISK OF
YOU
OR YOUR PASSENGERS BEING
INJURED IN A COLLISION GREATLY
INCREASES.
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ALWAYS DRIVE AND RIDE WITH YOUR
SEATBACK UPRIGHT AND THE LAP BELT
SNUG AND LOW ACROSS THE HIPS TO
REDUCETHE RISKOFSERIOUSINJURYTO
THE ABDOMEN OR NECKTHATCOULD BE
CAUSED BY SLIDING UNDERTHE SAFETY
BELTS IN A COLLISION.
NEVER LET A PASSENGER HOLD A CHILD
ONHISOR HER LAPWHILETHEVEHICLEIS
MOVING.THE PASSENGER CANNOT PRO-
TECTTHECHILDFROMINJURY IN A COLLI-
SION.
CHILDREN SHOULD
ALWAYS RIDE WITH
THE SEATBACK IN THE FULLY UPRIGHT
POSITION. WHEN THE SEATBACK IS NOT
FULLY UPRIGHT, THERE IS A GREATER
RISKTHATTHE CHILDWILL SLIDE UNDER
THE SAFETY BELT AND BE SERIOUSLY
INJURED
IN A COLLISION.
NEVER USE A SINGLE BELT FOR MORE
'THAN ONE PERSON OR ACROSS MORE
THAN ONE SEATING POSITION. THIS
GREATLY INCREASESTHE RISKTHATONE
OR BOTH
OF THE PEOPLE WILL BE IN-
JURED IN A COLLISION. EACH DESIG-
NATED SEATING POSITION IN YOUR VE-
HICLE HAS A SPECIFIC SAFETY BELT AS-
SEMBLY WHICH IS MADE
lip OF ONE
BUCKLE AND ONE TONGUE THAT ARE
DESIGNEDTO BE USED AS A PAIR.
WARNING
USE THE SHOULDER BELT ON THE OUT-
SIDE SHOULDER
ONLY. NEVERWEARTHE
SHOULDERBELTUNDERTHEARM.NEVER
SWING IT AROUND THE NECK OVER THE
INSIDE SHOULDER. FAILURE TO FOLLOW
THESE PRECAUTIONS COULD INCREASE
THERISKAND/OR SEVERITYOFINJURY IN
AN ACCIDENT.
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
Whileyourvehicle is in motion, the combination lap and
shoulderbeltadjusts to yourmovement.However, If you
brake hard, corner hard
or if your vehicle receives an
impact, the lap and shoulder belt locks and prevents
you from moving.
To fasten the belt, pull the lap-shoulder belt from the
extractorsothattheshoulderportion ofthe beltcrosses
your shoulderand chest. Insertthe belttongue into the
proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch.
To tighten the lap portion of the belt, pull up on the
shoulderbelt until It fits you snugly.The beltshould rest
as low on your hips as possible.
Safety Belt Maintenance
Checkyoursafetybeltsystem periodicallyto makesure
thatIt works properly and isn'tdamaged.I!the webbing
shows any wear, nicks
or cuts, have it examined by a
qualifiedtechnician to determineif replacementis nec-
essary. Always have your safety belt system checked
after a collision.
Safety Restraints for Children
In most states, you are required by law to use safety
restraints for children. I! small children (less than four
yearsold, and under 40 pounds) ride in your vehicle,
you must put them in safety seats that are made
specially for children. Safetybelts alone do not provide
maximum protection for these children. Check your
local and state laws for specific requirements.
WARNING
WHEN USING ANY INFANT OR CHILD RE-
STRAINT SYSTEM, IT IS IMPORTANTTHAT
YOU FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS AND
WARNINGS PROVIDED BYTHE MANUFAC-
TURER CONCERNING ITS INSTALLATION
AND USE. FAILURETO FOLLOW EACH OF
THE RESTRAINT MANUFACTURER'S IN-
STRUCTIONSCOULD INCREASETHERISK
ORSEVERITYOF
AN INJURYINTHEEVENT
OF A COLLISION OR SUDDEN STOP.
SAFETY BELTS AND SEATS CAN BECOME
HOTINAVEHICLETHATHASBEENCLOSED
UP IN SUNNYWEATHER,ANDCOULDBURN
A SMALL CHILD. CHECK SEAT COVERS
AND BUCKLES BEFORE YOU PLACE A
CHILD ANYWHERE NEARTHEM.
WARNING
NEVER LEAVE A CHILD UNATTENDED IN
YOURVEHICLE.ALWAYSREMOVETHE KEY
FROM THE IGNITION AND TAKE IT WITH
YOU.
Safety Belts for Children
Children who are too large for child safety seats should
always wear safety belts.
WARNING
IF SAFETY BELTS ARE NOT PROPERLY
WORN AND ADJUSTED AS DESCRIBED,

THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY TO THE
CHILD IN A COLLISION WILL BE MUCH
GREATER.
IFTHESHOULDERBELTCANNOT BE PROP-
ERLY POSITIONED SO THAT IT DOES NOT
CAOSS
OR REST IN FRONTOFTHECHILD'S
FACE OR NECK, MOVETHE CHILDTO ONE
OFTHE SEATSWITH A LAP BELTONLYAND
USE THE LAP BELT.
LAP BELTSANDTHELAP PORTION OF LAP
AND SHOULDER BELTS SHOULD ALWAYS
BEWORN SNUGLY AND BELOWTHE HIPS,
TOUCHING THE CHILD'STHIGHS.
CHILDREN SHOULD ALWAYS RIDE WITH
THE SEATBACK IN THE FULLY UPRIGHT
POSITION. WHEN THE SEATBACK IS NOT
FULLY UPRIGHT, THERE IS A GREATER
RISKTHATTHE CHILD WILL SLIDE UNDER
THE SAFETY BELT AND BE SERIOUSLY
INJUAED IN A COLLISION.
Safety Seats for Children
Use asafety seat that is recommended forthe size and
weight
of the child.
WARNING
CAREFULLY FOLLOW ALL OF THE
MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS THAT
COME WITH THE SAFETY SEATTHAT YOU
PUT IN YOUR VEHICLE. MAKE SURE THAT
THE SHOULDER BELT (IF PROVIDED
AT
THE SEATING POSITION WHERE THE
SAFETY SEAT IS BEING USED) DOES NOT
CROSSORRESTIN FRONTOFTHECHILD'S
FACE OR NECK. IF YOU DO NOT INSTALL
AND USE THE SAFETY SEAT PROPERLY,
THE CHILD MAY BE INJURED
IN A SUDDEN
STOP OR COLLISION.
SEAT BACKS SHOULD BE UPRIGHT FOR
USE WITH CHILD SAFETY SEATS.
DRIVING, PARKING AND MIRRORS
Driving your motor home will be different from driving
your family car or truck.Your motor home is large, and
you need
to be alertto your vehicle's position in traffic.
Be cautious when maneuvering to allow for the length
and width of the vehicle. Always allow room to corner
and to change lanes.Your vehicle's side and rear view
mirrors will help you keep aware of your vehicle's
position and the position of other vehicles and/or ob-
structions near your motor home. You must monitor
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them constantlywhile you are driving. Becomefamiliar
with the operation
of the side mirrors and learn to use
them to view objects and the road beside and behind
the motor home.
Remember that your motor home is heavierthan a car,
making it less maneuverable and
harder to stop. Also,
because of its greater side surface area, it is more
easilyaffected bycrosswinds.Allowextradistancesfor
passing and stopping(does
not apply to diesel-pow-
ered vehicles), and drive ata moderate speed, particu-
larly in traffic and in gusty wind conditions.
Driving
on winding or mountain roads is not difficult if
done with reasonable care. Observe proper vehicle
speedswhenascending or descendinghillsandalways
operatein the propertransmission range. Downshifton
hills to avoid overheating or undueengine loads. Down-
shift when descending grades. Engine braking power
will helpcontrolvehicle speed (doesnotapply
to diesel-
poweredvehicles), and relieve some of the strain onthe
brakes.
Mountain driving
or desert temperatures can put ex-
treme demands on chassis components. Under ex-
treme use conditions you may need to turn off the
vehicle airconditioner to improve engineand transmis-
sion cooling.
Beaware olthe extraheight of your motor home. Check
for low hanging tree branches or other obstructions
wheneveryou drive
or park.Avoid low overhangs when
pulling in for service. Always check overhead clear-
ances of overpasses and bridges. This may be particl!-
larly
importantifyoudrive withthe overheadventsopen
or if the motor home is equipped with a roof air condi-
tioner, roof rack, CB or TV/radio antenna. Before leav-
ing on a trip, check your route. Some tunnels prohibit
motor homes with LP gas systems.
When parking parallel tei a curb, be sure to allow for
poles or obstructions as the front and rear portions of
the motor homeswing widerthan an automobile. When
parking on an incline, turn thefrontwheelsIntothe curb
in
the directionofthe roll to aid the parking brake. When
parking, always shift the transmission to PARK ("P")
and set the parking brake, if applicable.
WARNING
DO NOT PARK OR IDLE THE MOTOR HOME
OVER COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS SUCH
AS TALL GRASSOR DRIED LEAVES. THIS IS
PARTICULARLY IMPORTANT IF THE EX-
HAUST SYSTEM HAS NOT BEEN PROP-
ERLY MAINTAINED. COMBUSTIBLE MATE-
RIALS
MAY CATCH FIRE FROM THE HOT
EXHAUST GASES,SOOT OR SPARKSTHAT

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COULD ESCAPE THROUGH CORROSION
HOLES OR CRACKS.
If operating, parking
or idling your vehicle off-road is
unavoidable:
Be aware that combustible materials could catch fire
from the vehicle's hot exhaust system.
Avoid driving your vehicle through
or over combustible
materials such as leaves, grass, vegetation
or stubble
high enough to touch, catch
or collecton its hotexhaust
system.
Parking
or idling should be done only in an areawhere
there are no combustible materials under the vehicle.
FUEL AND FUEL SYSTEMS
See the Chassis Operator's Manual in the Owner's
Information Package for chassis fuel recommenda-
tions. Ifyour motorhome is equipped with a generator,
seethegeneratoroperating instructions
in the Owner's
Information Packageforfueland maintenancerecom-
mendations.
Fuel
Fill
Thefuel fillercapislocatedtowardthe rearofthe coach
on gasoline-powered models, and nearthe front wheel
on passenger side on diesel models. Modern fuel
systemsmaybuild up vaporpressure within the tankas
the gasoline warms during use
or hot weather. Under
certain conditions, sudden release of this pressure
when removing the gasolinecap can cause gasoline to
spray from the fill opening, creating a fire hazard.
WARNING
WHEN REMOVINGTHEGASOLINECAP,RO- .
TATE SLOWLY ONLY FAR ENOUGH TO AL-
LOW PRESSURE TO RELEASE. AFTER
"HISSING"SOUNDSTOPS,COMPLETETHE
REMOVAL OFTHE CAP.
To prcitectthegasolinesystemfrom excessivepressure
orvacuum,
or from suddenrelease ofpressure, replace
lost
or damaged caps with caps of the same design
which are available from your Fleetwood motor home
dealer.
NOTE: Diesel fuel systems do not build up
pressure as do gasoline systems.
Clean up fuel spills immediately. Raw fuel spilled on the
motor home could damage the exterior finish, and is a
serious fire hazard.
Fuel Types
and Vapor Lock
(Gasoline-Powered Models Only)
Your motor home's automotive fuel and emissions
systems are sophisticated and highly engineered to
meet Federal and State emissions standards.They are
sometimes sensitive to fuel types and blends, particu-
larly fuels blended for certain altitudes and climates.
Fuel suppliers provide customers with the correct fuel
for their location and seasonal conditions. Sometimes,
though, fuel blended for winter
Is supplied during sum-
mer months.
"Vapor lock" occurs when gasoline vaporizes, and va-
por pockets block the flow of liquid fuel to the engine. If
you experience engine stall or stutter, you may be
experiencing vapor lock. Ifyourengine and fuel system
are properly tuned and maintained, you should not
experience this problem. If vapor lock occurs, the fuel
itselfcould bethecause. Ifatall possible, checkwith the
servicestation operatorastothefuel blend beforefilling
yourfuel tank. If you purchase yourfuel from nationally
recognized fuel dealers, yourchancesofvaporlockcan
be reduced. If you store your motor home during the
wintermonths, be awarethatwhen you take thevehicle
out of storage
in the spring or summer, winterfuel may
cause vapor lock until it is consumed.
GENERAL CHASSISTOPICS
(Gasoline-Powered Models Only)
Variable Speed Engine Fan
When the engine is under load
or requires maximum
cooling, the engine
fan adjusts and turnsfaster.The fan
maybecome very noisy at high speed and when maxi-
mum cooling is required. High speed fan noise can
sometimesbe misinterpretedastransmissionslippage.
This is not the case. High engine speed and tempera-
ture conditions, such as pulling away from a stop after
long freeway driving, can cause loud fan noise until the
enginecoolsdown.Thisfan noise indicates thatthe fan
is doing what it is supposed to
do. This noise is not a
defect in the fan
or the transmission.
Exhaust System Heat
Yourmotorhome engine hasbeendesigned
to conform
to Federal and State emission requirements.
To meet
these requirements, engine operating temperatures
are high. As a result, the engine and exhaust systems
radiate a great deal of heat.
Special heat shields are buill into your motor home to
protect wiring and other components from possible
heat damage caused by the exhaust system. Do not